1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 egg
3/4 c. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
4 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. coffee, brewed

Mix ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Frost cookies.